Although he can appeal the ban and play against the Saints this Sunday, we’re not expecting him to do so after apologizing to commissioner Roger Goodell earlier this week.

Unless Mr. Ford says otherwise, I expect the Lions to try and get him out there against us. Jim Swartz saw the shellacking we put on the Giants last night and will know he doesn’t stand a chance against our O without his best defensive player. Also, it will make for an even better ratings draw Sunday night if this highly publicized player is on the field. I’d be surprised if they don’t appeal and put this off for another week.